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On the twelfth day of Christmas...

It's the last day of my 12 days of Christmas Folksy finds! I'd love to see your Christmassy handmade items - whether they're ones you've made yourself or just things you love. Post in the comments below and I'll share my favourites on my Facebook page (where there is also a competition running to win a lovely necklace). For now, here are my favourite delectable drumming items:

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